Our Story
Mount Hope was established in 1998 on 17 hectares of land in West Kalimantan, to educate and raise the standard of living of the Dayak people. The 3 million Dayak people living in central Borneo lived a traditional life, largely cutoff from outside influences with a significant amount of poverty.
Fast forward through many years of incredible work and committment from many people Mount Hope is now a beacon of hope and light throughout Western Kalimantan
Fast forward through many years of incredible work and committment from many people Mount Hope is now a beacon of hope and light throughout Western Kalimantan
Our People
Sam & Carol Soukotta
While overseeing Taumangu Bible School for many years Sam saw a great need to help the Dayak people in West Kalimantan. The vision took hold. More about the Soukota story HERE
Abraham & Meelani
Administrators and visionaries overseeing Mount Hope and have been on the journey from the beginning.
With a great love for Jesus and people, Mount Hope is in safe hands
With a great love for Jesus and people, Mount Hope is in safe hands
Toni & Beatrix
Managing many aspects of Mount Hope life Tony and Betrix are an integral part of the success.
Budi & Indriyati
Head of Education at Mount Hope they are leading the charge with an ever expanding curriculam and student role.
Pak Craig
Some call him crazy Craig and some of us agree. He has been project managing building work from New Zealand for many years alongside the incredible Mount Hope staff.
